In the Mood for Spring

Over the weekend I changed my table runner from poinsettias (yes, that would be Christmas) to St. Patrick's Day.   This got me in the mood for making St. Patty's Day cards.   After pouring over several card ideas on Split Coast Stampers, I decided on one design that I wanted to try to duplicate.   My card looks pretty similar with only a couple of changes.   I say "try" to duplicate because nine times out of ten, I lack one or several key items needed to duplicate a particular card design.  

Voila!   I love my finished card!   How about you?  I used gold brads on the right side of the card (intent was to mimic gold coins), and I used a very detailed embossing image (lattice) on the centered green card stock.  I also love the Celtic Knots patterned paper that underlies the embossed image. 

I enjoyed this past weekend, having had the opportunity not only to make cards but also to spend some time with a dear friend.    As I made this set of St. Patrick's Day cards, I pondered how blessed I am to have my pets, friends, & family!   I also learned a valuable lesson.  As I sat down to begin making the cards, I thought to myself, "Ah, I don't need a bone folder.   I'll just use my thumb to fold cards."  Well, not only are the folds not crisp (as they would have been, had I used a bone folder), but also I sustained a cut to my thumb as a result of using it repeatedly to fold and rub the paper!  Lesson learned!  Next time, I will use a bone folder. 

Before I go, you might have noticed the long time span between this and my last post of April 2013.   I will try my best not to allow so much time between future posts.   Thank you for stopping by, and have a safe and Happy St. Patrick's Day on March 17th!